Crash investigators are appealing for assistance from the public as inquiries continue into a Southern Tablelands crash last month in which a child died.
About 6.45pm on Friday 23 October 2026, emergency services were called to Mulligans Flat Road, Sutton, after a red 2013 Holden sedan left the road, hit a tree, then caught alight.
The driver – a 39-year-old man – and two other passengers – both women aged 35 and 33 – were able to get out of the vehicle; however, a 10-year-old boy travelling in the back seat died at the scene.
The three adults suffered burns and other injuries and were taken to Canberra Hospital for treatment.
Officers attached to Monaro Police District attended and established a crime scene, with ongoing inquiries being conducted by the Crash Investigation Unit.
As inquiries continue, they are appealing for anyone with information about the incident, or anyone with dashcam footage they believe may be relevant, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
